One side was the K-drama universe that has taken over streaming platforms. And on the other was Bollywood legacy that continues to dominate hearts for decades.
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It was a meeting that sent waves of joy across continents when South Korea’s ‘Squid Game’ star Lee Jung-jae and India’s own Shah Rukh Khan came together in a single frame. The moment captured in a cheerful selfie has now become the internet’s favourite photograph.
Lee Jung-jae, the Emmy-winning actor who made global audiences gasp with his role as Seong Gi-hun in ‘Squid Game’, took to Instagram to share the rare photo. Standing beside Bollywood’s King Khan, both stars flash warm, genuine smiles.
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“Honored to be with a respected icon Mr. @iamsrk,” Lee wrote.
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The picture was taken at the Joy Forum 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, a global celebration of cinema, entertainment, and digital creators. From Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan to Lee Byung-hun, Lee Jung-jae, Shaquille O’Neal, and YouTube sensation MrBeast, the gathering looked straight out of a dream panel that united East and West under one dazzling roof.
For fans, this was not just a crossover but a symbol of two cinematic worlds meeting. One side was the K-drama universe that has taken over streaming platforms. And on the other was Bollywood legacy that continues to dominate hearts for decades.
At the same event, Shah Rukh Khan shared an emotional moment on stage. He reflected on his long journey alongside his contemporaries Salman Khan and Aamir Khan. “I look up to Salman Khan and Aamir Khan,” SRK said with a laugh. “Look at me. I’m still looking up to Salman! I admire them for the ups and downs they’ve faced, the work they’ve done, starting from scratch and reaching where they are. They are both aspirational and inspirational, and I’m truly thankful to share this stage with them.”
As Shah Rukh prepares to celebrate his 60th birthday on November 2, his fans have more reasons to rejoice. PVR INOX Limited has announced a two-week film festival starting October 31, dedicated entirely to the superstar. Seven of his most loved films will return to the big screen across more than 75 cinemas in over 30 cities.
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